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US brand names:Cytovene, Vitrasert
Phosphorylated by viral kinase to triphosphate form which inhibits CMV DNA polymerase and incorporates into viral DNA causing chain termination.
Myelosuppressive — monitor CBC. Teratogenic and carcinogenic. Handle with gloves. Renal dose adjustment required.
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